Bay Area health officials are urging caution after a bat discovered near a Portola Valley playground tested positive for rabies — a rare but deadly virus that can infect both humans and animals.
The bat was found on Oct. 24 near the Little People’s Park playground at Portola Valley Town Center, according to San Mateo County Health.
No human or animal exposures have been identified, but officials are asking anyone who may have touched the bat to contact a medical provider immediately…